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Hong Kong wants to Trump-proof itself, but its hands are tied
Conventional wisdom sees Trump’s return as trouble for Hong Kong. A lot depends on Beijing’s directives.
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A TV screen showing preliminary results about the US elections hangs in a restaurant in Hong Kong on Nov 6.
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After clawing their way out of recent crises – 2019’s political upheaval and the pandemic – Hong Kong’s leaders seemed to be finding their rhythm in 2024.
But the prospect of Donald Trump’s return to the White House has reignited anxieties.
